InSoFast Over Existing Framed Walls Installation Guide Continuous Insulation

Existing framed walls can be insulated with either Tools and Supplies the InSoFast UX 2.0 or EX 2.5 standard panel. The • Long snap off blade utility knife instructions are the same for either panel. The pho- • Saw – hand, jig, circular, or table saw tos show the UX 2.0 panel. • 3” screws • Gap and crack foam for sealing around the Installing Panels outside edges of the fl oor and around any penetrations You can installed the panels directly over drywall or and . An alternative is to remove the drywall down to the studs as show in this guide. The old, inadequate insulation was removed and re- placed with new fi berglass insulation. To install the InSoFast panels, line up the studs of the panel with the studs of the wall.

Windows/Openings InSoFast panels can in nailed to the existing around the window opening. An alternative is to use 2”x3” lumber ripped down to the panel thickness. The InSoFast panel can then butt up to the built out framing. This provides a solid attachment for the extension jamb and window trim.

New fi berglass has been installed in the cavities.

InSoFast panels line up with the wall studs. InSoFast panels installed over existing framing.

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Heat Registers Registers come in many shapes and sizes. In gener- al the register can be furred out to meet the surface of the panels.

Sealing Around Penetrations Use low expansive gaps and cracks foam to seal around openings, outlets, registers, and also in the Extended electrical box. corner of the wall.

Drywall Installation Drywall is installed over InSoFast panels in the same way as traditional wood framing. Attach drywall to the InSoFast studs using standard coarse thread all-purpose drywall screws. The InSoFast panel pro- vides solid backing for drywall around the perimeter. The ceiling drywall is locked in place when the dry- wall is applied to the walls. As with all foam insulation products, a 15 minute Heat register furred out fl ush with InSoFast panels thermal barrier, such as 1/2” drywall, is required.

Finished project. Finish register and trim.

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